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The road is really mild. I didn't have to engage 4WD and I towed an off-road Teardrrop trailer. It was a good route. Some washboards, a few minor washouts, and some skinny and steep sections, but totally passable with a stock truck. We were able to make it from Mimbres (there's a minimal fuel...

Is the main unit designed to be installed outdoors? I looked at the description on Amz but it really doesn't say. I am assuming that it would be since it is burning fuel for the heat, but then I see that LED control pad and that throws me off. I have a basket on the tongue of the teardrop and...

Great find. We used a Buddy heater for the first time last weekend in the teardrop. It was difficult to find a good place to put it. The interior of the trailer is small and it was hard to keep it from overheating the walls. The condensation was also an issue. I like this idea.

Welcome, good luck with the new Hilux. Very cool. Stay safe.

looks like a great trip. I will store this in my to-go list for the future. Do you think it would be off-road trailer worthy (teardrop with max-coupler and high clearance). Also, any chance of getting some GPS tracks?

The teardrop did great. The road was in good shape, no real issues. Some parts of the road were narrow and steep, and there were some minor washouts. I was able to get the trailer through it all, of course I took it on the Kokopelli last year - that was a bit of a challenge to say the least. We...

Brain, we did end up going east from Beaverhead - they both end up at the same place eventually on 52. The east route tends to stay in the trees a bit longer.

I'd suggest the North Rim of the GC. There are some areas that are accessible and not too difficult. You can camp on the edge of the canyon on some of these points and waking up on the edge of the canyon is quite spectacular. You will need a backcountry permit, but there are generally no crowds...

I am so very sorry for your loss. May God Bless and I pray that your family find peace and comfort. We will cross paths down the road.

I think I figured out the GPX thing. Hope it works. GPX viewer GPX viewer GPX viewer GPX viewer

It runs from the Sapillo Loop Road and splits the two wilderness areas. It is called North Star Mesa Road, but also has the designation as FS150. I am not much of a tech-guy, but I will see if I can download the route I mapped on Gaia. Here is the general route for day 2 and 3. Day one was from...

Just got home from a weekend overland trip through the Gila (south to north). We started at the Cliff Dwellings (I met Lanlubber in San Lorenzo - nice chap), then headed on the North Star Mesa Road to the VLA. It was spectacular, great weather, good friends, and beautiful country. I have...

Welcome to the '505' hope to see you out on the trails or in the shop some time in the future.

Glad to find this thread. We are heading down to the Gila next weekend. Planning on south-to-north route along the North Star Mesa Road. It looks like beautiful country. I'll keep the Chloride route in mind for future weekend treks. I will post up on how our trip goes (note - I am taking an...

You Sir, have some talent. Well done! I completed a teardrop trailer project last year (I bought a partially completed project from another builder). I had fun doing it, but looking at yours, I know the attention to detail you had to maintain to get to the finish line. Nice photos of the trailer...

I have enjoyed watching your video blog, especially from Alaska - certainly on my bucket list for future travel (looking at potential retirement trip). From the '505' we wish you the best on your future endeavors and safe travels.

Colorado is my "go-to" camping,/fishing/overlanding state. You really can't go wrong in any of the mountainous areas. If you're into campground-type camping, I'd suggest looking at their State Parks system. Every State Park in which we camped was great. Clean, well managed, and in beautiful...

Good call on the Ding Dongs for keeping your energy and enthusiasm up...

Great article on the basics. I applaud your commitment and creativity. I look forward to reading more about your adventures. Good luck, stay warm, stay safe in your travels.

Howdy from the 505 - hope to see you out on the trails. Are you in the Metro area? If so, I can let you know when we plan upcoming overland trips in the area. Always looking for good folks to hit the trails.